Fast Forward Institute, Sao Paulo, Brazil
General Information on Fast Forward Institute
The language school Fast Forward Institute was founded in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 1991. The school is located in an upper class residential neighborhood, close to universities and shopping centers. The school address is: Alameda Lorena 684 - Casa 4, 01424-00 Sao Paulo (Brazil).
Facilities
Movie room, library, computer lab, lounge, free WIFI
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom, wheelchair access to reception
Accreditations and Quality seals of Fast Forward Institute, Sao Paulo
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Sao Paulo. It takes 50 minutes by car to school.
| Number of classrooms: | 8 | |
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| Number of public workstations: | 4 | |
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 40 Adult courses throughout the year: 18 | |
| Average no. of levels: | Adult courses in summer: 6 Adult courses throughout the year: 6 | |
| Portuguese teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 21 years throughout the year: 23 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 17 years | |
| Student nationalities: | Germany 18 % England 7 % France 2 % Holland 5 % | Italy 2 % Japan 2 % Switzerland 19 % USA 29 % |
All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 570 | 1050 | 1720 | 2110 | 2560 | 3010 | 3460 | 3910 | 4810 | 5710 | 450 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 22.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 20.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 22.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 23.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 21.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 25.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013, 16.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 15:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 440 | 750 | 1090 | 1430 | 1750 | 2070 | 2390 | 2710 | 3350 | 3990 | 320 |
| Starting dates | Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 21.Jan.2013, 04.Feb.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 04.Mar.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 22.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 20.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 22.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 23.Sep.2013, 07.Oct.2013, 21.Oct.2013, 04.Nov.2013, 25.Nov.2013, 02.Dec.2013, 16.Dec.2013 | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 1020 | 1950 | 2880 | 3810 | 4720 | 5630 | 6540 | 7450 | 9270 | 11090 | 910 |
| Includes lunch with the teacher (Monday to Friday). | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 12:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 2070 | 4040 | 7520 | 9300 | 11245 | 13190 | 15135 | 17080 | 20970 | 24860 | 1945 |
| Includes lunch with the teacher every day, Monday to Friday, and activities during the week. | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 18:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in US$ | 1375 | 2670 | 3965 | 5260 | 6530 | 7800 | 9070 | 10340 | 12880 | 15420 | 1270 |
| Includes lunch with the teacher every day (Monday to Friday). | |||||||||||
| Starting dates | Every Monday . | ||||||||||
| General course schedule | Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00 - 15:50 | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | ||||||||||
| Note: All courses offered by Fast Forward Institute, Sao Paulo can be booked online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
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| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| School's administrative fee: | 80.00 US$ |
| Individual classes: | Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 50 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses. |
| Exams offered: | CELP, BRAS |
| Language school closed: | In 2013 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2013, 25.Jan.2013, 11.Feb.2013, 12.Feb.2013, 13.Feb.2013, 29.Mar.2013, 01.May.2013, 30.May.2013, 09.Jul.2013, 27.Aug.2013, 15.Oct.2013, 15.Nov.2013, 20.Nov.2013, 24.Dec.2013, 25.Dec.2013, 31.Dec.2013 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Portuguese, Spanish, English |
4. Accommodation
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | |
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| Price in US$ | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 240 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Double rooms can be booked by two students traveling together. Prices upon request. Distance from school: 25 minutes by public transport Includes: Towels, Bedding/linen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 40 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | no |
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| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | Congonhas International (CGH): for 90 US$ (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Overall rating |  4.0/5.0 (36 reviews) |
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| City |  4.3/5.0 |
| Organisation | 3.8/5.0 |
| Facilities |  3.4/5.0 |
| Social activities |  2.9/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.2/5.0 |
| Value for money | 3.7/5.0 |
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| Host Family | 3.8/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 4.2/5.0 |
| Other | 4.1/5.0 |
| Students liked about Fast Forward Institute, Sao Paulo | |
| "The instructor, Natasha, had so much patience, yet was very challenging at the same time. Very knowledgeable and informative instructor. My learning experience was well worth the fee. I would do it again if I had the time." - Armando Francisco (38 years) | |
| "The teachers are very good and friendly! The school is located in the center of the city. " - Frederika (23 years) | |
| "The third teacher was very good. We practiced listening, speaking, reading, presentations and grammar." - Takeshi (38 years) | |
| "Quality of teaching" - Matthew (40 years) | |
| "I loved the teachers! Very professional and interesting lessons." - Olga (23 years) | |
| All 36 reviews of Fast Forward Institute | |
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